SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant – Full-Time Role – September Start
Durham
Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (Term Time Only)
Supply Contract

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil in a welcoming primary school in Durham, starting in September.

This is a highly rewarding role, ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a real difference to their educational journey.

The Role

As an SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with special educational needs
Work closely with the class teacher to adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
Support the pupil’s academic progress as well as their social and emotional development
Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies
Encourage engagement, confidence, and independence within the classroom
Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

Have previous experience working in a UK school or similar setting
Have experience supporting children with SEND (essential for this role)
Be patient, nurturing, and resilient in challenging situations
Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
Be proactive, adaptable, and committed to supporting individual needs
Be reliable and able to commit to a full-time, term-time position

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer You

Competitive daily pay rates
Flexible and long-term work opportunities
Access to free CPD training to enhance your SEN knowledge and skills
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
Opportunities for permanent roles within partner schools
Weekly pay through PAYE (no umbrella company fees)

If you are a caring and motivated Teaching Assistant looking for a fulfilling SEN support role this September, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact Teaching Personnel for more information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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